Château du Sou, Medieval castle in Lacenas, France.
The castle features a square layout with fortified walls, a historic gateway decorated with thirteen coats of arms, and remaining traces of ancient moats.
Jean de Thélis-L'Espinasse, Governor and Lieutenant-General of Beaujolais, initiated the construction of the castle using local golden stone in 1369.
The Gothic chapel within the castle walls contains medieval sculptures, including two preserved angel head carvings that represent period craftsmanship.
A public fountain and washing area stands at the entrance of the lane that leads to the castle grounds.
The fortified gateway of the castle displays thirteen blazons, some bearing marks of damage from events during the French Revolution.
Location: Lacenas
GPS coordinates: 45.98139,4.63944
Latest update: June 23, 2025 09:52
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